'Rise to the Challenge' Contest

Gather your stuff - it's finally here!

Today is the day - one of the geekiest days of the year (1/2/12) and the beginning of our contest!  I am so excited, I could bust.  I have been going back and forth over what I was going to try but before I share it with you, let me outline the contest really quickly for those just joining in our fun...

Contest Concept

To step out of our comfort zone and do something challenging that we have never done before.  It could be an entirely new craft such as a knitter learning to crochet or picking up a drop spindle for the first time or even getting familiar with weaving if you are fortunate enough to have the equipment available.  It could be an entirely new technique such as color working, Tunisian or filet crochet, intarsia or steeking.  As long as it's something you've never successfully accomplished before, it should work for this adventure.

How to Participate

The "fine print rules" are that all projects must be started on or after 1/2/12 and completed by 2/1/12.  Photographic evidence of project must be shared either by Ravelry project page via The Corner Cafe post, emailed submission or Peppermint Mocha Mama Facebook page submission.  All submissions must have the following information included:

1. Technique used.
2. How it is a challenge for you.
3. Detailed story documenting the experience.
4. Contact information (Ravelry ID or email address).

Source

The Prize

Jordana Paige's newest item in her stunning collection of crafting accessories - the Crafter's Tool Butler!  Isn't it gorgeous!?!  Look at what all it has to offer ~

• Six flat pockets for sizes of dpns and hooks.
• Four zippered accordion pockets for circular needles with label inserts for custom numbering.
• Mesh pocket for small items such as safety pins, stitch markers and darning needles.
• Knitting needle and crochet hook inventory chart.

© Patons

Now - since I made my decision at the zero hour, I'll share what I'm going to try.  I'm making Paton's Snowflake Hat in those two beautiful shades of KnitPicks Swish DK from my stash.  I'm not sure which is going to be the main color and which is the accent - I'll have the family vote and we'll see how it turns out.

Everybody got their needles ready?  Do you have your yarn, pattern and copious amounts of coffee on hand?  Alright then ~ let's all rise to the challenge... go get 'em because the contest is officially underway!!